Trust her + this is how we do it.

You know, I first read your question #1 as “are you happy you stopped running?” and while I miss it–I miss what, 10 years ago, was a long unfurling road of space to work out anything and everything that comes my way and learn to be OK with the world (exactly as it is) all over again–since so many things have changed drastically in my body and running doesn’t feel good to me, I also don’t miss it. So much is challenging because my body has been feeling very off for a long time, and I know that running wouldn’t help me feel good these days (would you believe it that I never knew of something called perimenopause until this past year and it took me a VERY long time this year to accept that with the onslaught of symptoms it’s what I am dealing with? And other things have been happening, that have lead me to exhaust a lot of “covered by health insurance” medical options and research functional medicine & holistic doctors so I can get a more nuanced understanding of what’s happening…). But at the same time, what keeps me from “missing” running is knowing that I can swap the time and space of an open road for the togetherness and community in the fitness classes I teach at the gym, and through that thing that comes with being “of service” as an instructor, instead of learning to be OK with the world again I root myself more firmly in my world. And that fills a really big bucket for me.

I love that–even for the ways we write and share our lives on social media–your co-parenting situation with Knox’s birth mom and Brooke’s birth dad continue to work well and that you’re able to keep on prioritizing “the more people to love these kids the better they are for it, and the better the world is for it.” I bet that even the best situations come with challenges and sacrifices. But I bet that it’s all so worth it.

I love Skye’s running outfit!!!! AND that she wanted to wear running clothes to watch the NYC marathon with you–and in a sort of extended solidarity with the amazing, talented runners who have worked so hard for the huge thing of being able to reach the start line that day.

You asked about running shoes. Even though i am not running anymore, let’s see–I refreshed my pair of Brooks Glycerins, because when I go to and from the gym for a really intense spin class that i teach (and take at the same time), I really just want marshmallows under my feet. And a month and a half ago, as a belated celebration for my BODYPUMP certification, I got a pair of Reebok Nano X2s on sale, because I needed proper training shoes. And they feel SO GOOD. As far as non-running shoes, I may have gotten a super cute pair of Madewell athleisure sneakers on sale. And I may have gotten a pair of chestnut brown suede lug sole loafers on the 6pm website. (smile) Because–you know–sometimes I need to NOT wear joggers, pajamas, or workout gear. And that means that sometimes I need to wear “real” shoes ;)

I hope the week ahead is a really good one for you and your crew, Janae! :)

Ha ha, Beck’s grumpy face! Such a cutie.
I love watching marathons! So many inspiring stories. I felt so bad for the guy who was in the lead, then stepped off the course and collapsed to the ground with about 5 miles to go. It sounded like the humidity was horrible! That is so tough.
I don’t think I have had a macaroon. But a gooey chocolate chip cookie is always my favorite.
Running friends are the best! And I too, am very happy that summer weather/heat is done. I love the cool mornings.
Have a great day and start to the new week!

I LOVE macaroons, which is actually a type of coconut cookie. I’ve never had a macaron though, which is the cute French cookie Skye is holding! I’ve always wanted to try one though, they’re so beautiful! Don’t want to be that person, but just love my coconut cookie so much! Also those hokas are beautiful, I’ve never strayed from my Clifton’s…But I might need to.

I am sooo thankful for cooler weather! We live in really moderate winter conditions but it got up to 115 in Sept. this year.

My 15-year-old makes the best macarons! It’s his specialty and they are gluten-free so I dig them :)

I’ve been really digging the Saucony Endorphin Pros and I just bought some Endorphin Speeds so we’ll see how I like them. I’ve been saving them for marathon training this spring.